Bracknell Forest · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Hanworth, Bracknell Forest
Buildings in Hanworth built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings.
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
Need Artex removal in Hanworth?
Artex removal for Hanworth properties
Taking down the plasterboard can be easier than stripping the coating. We will explain which suits your rooms. From coatings already disturbed and rented flats before redecoration, we cover coated plasterboard, Artex ceilings and textured walls.
Homes in areas like Hanworth may have textured ceilings in several rooms, so each type needs testing. Work is planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance.
- Where
- Hanworth (RG12, RG40)
- Area hub
- Bracknell Forest
- Service
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Afterwards
After removal, the room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, and you get the paperwork.
Going forward:
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Each different coating needs testing
- Keep pets out of the work area
Things not to do
Don’t use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
Hold off on drilling until you have a result.
What’s included, and what is not
Here’s what Artex removal covers, and what it does not:
- Other materials may need their own approach
- We test before removal, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
Materials we see
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
Step by step
For board removal, we take the boards down in whole pieces. Nobody else needs to be in the work area, so please keep children and pets away.
- Describe the rooms and coatings
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and send a quote
- The room is sealed off and the coating removed wet, never sanded or dry-scraped
- The waste is bagged, the room cleaned and the waste taken to a permitted site
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the work area
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Find any old asbestos reports
How to get a quote
Each job is priced individually. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 to get started.
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Can I do it myself?
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so never climb onto one.
Other services in Hanworth
Why people call us in Hanworth
Most problems come during renovation: sanding, dry scraping or drilling.
People typically contact us about one of these:
- Ceilings coming down
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Textured walls before a refit
For a school such as The Pines School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings.
Before booking anyone
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you’ll get a consignment note
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
Artex in Hanworth homes
Hanworth is about 1 mile south of Bracknell, in Bracknell Forest. We cover Hanworth as part of Bracknell Forest, whatever the size of the job. We cover all 41 towns and villages in Bracknell Forest, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Hanworth to Reading (about 10 miles away).
Older homes across Hanworth may have coatings added during past renovations. If you’re refurbishing flats near Bracknell station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
Wherever your property is in RG12 and RG40, we can help with Artex removal, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Hanworth Road, Waterham Road and Crowthorne Road or a nearby road, we can help. If your property is just outside Hanworth, we also cover Birch Hill (1 mile east), Wooden Hill (1 mile west), Great Hollands (1 mile north-west), Home Farm (1 mile west) and Crown Wood (1 mile north-east). We also cover nearby towns such as Sandhurst (3 miles south), Lawrence Hill (3 miles north), Binfield (3 miles north), Quelm Park (3 miles north), Whitegrove (3 miles north-east) and College Town (4 miles south).
A little further out are Pinewood Hospital (1.5 miles west) and Small Arms School Corps Weapons Collection (3.6 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Wildmoor Heath and Heath Lake.
- Nearby schools include Easthampstead Park Community School (1 mile north-west) and The Brakenhale School (1.1 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Golden Retriever pub (0.6 miles south-west)
Options to consider in Hanworth
DIY removal products are sold for textured coatings, but if the coating contains asbestos, HSE guidance applies. Always test first. The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
Why choose us
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Covering London and the South East
Read how we quote or published price ranges.
Hanworth: your questions answered
Do you cover Hanworth from London?
We cover Hanworth, about 30 miles from central London.
Do you work near Bracknell station?
Yes, we cover Hanworth and the area towards Bracknell station, about 1.5 miles north.
How do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material. To do that, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, we do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not always: sound material that will not be disturbed can often stay. It should be recorded and checked.
When can you start?
We agree a date when you accept the quote. Notifiable jobs cannot start until they’ve been notified.
Do you give written quotes?
Always: the quote is in writing and sets out what’s included.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, as long as the seller agrees.
Materials we deal with
Ceiling roses and cornices
Roses and cornices may be coated.
Patched areas
We may sample patches separately.
How we price Artex removal
These are the main things that affect the price of Artex removal:
- How easy it is to reach
- Travel and parking
- The quantity or area
- Licensed or non-licensed
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
What to photograph
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Approximate dimensions
- Visible markings
- Damaged areas
Every job is quoted in writing. Just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site